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THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION

THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION

East Boston, MA, US
501(c)3
EIN
31-1601979
Regional Funder
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THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION

East Boston, MA, US
501(c)3
EIN
31-1601979
Regional Funder

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Est.

1998

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

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The East Boston Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Massachusetts, having paid out a total of $595.3K in grants to 48 grantees in the 2024 filing year. This foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES GRANTS FOR CHILD CARE AND EARLY EDUCATION, ELEMENTARY EDUCATION, SECONDARY & HIGH SCHOOL EDUCATION, SUMMER & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS, SENIOR CITIZEN & ADULT EDUCATION & RECREATION, ESL INSTRUCTION, COMMUNITY & CULTURAL EVENTS, SPORTS & RECREATION PROGRAMS, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & SEMINARS, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT & COMMUNITY BEAUTIFICATION, AND MORE TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE COMMUNITY OF EAST BOSTON.
Total Funding Given

$595.3K

2024
Grantees funded
48
Multi-year grantees
65%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants

23

Median 1st year grant
$12.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$12.5K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
J
James Kearney
Board Member
F
Fran Carbone
Board Member
L
Lorene Schettino
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION?
No. THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION give?
THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $13 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $595 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include ZUMIX INC, EB APAC (ABCD SUMMERWORKS), and EAST BOSTON SOCIAL CENTERS INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION?
THE EAST BOSTON FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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